Dr. Aaron Lorshbough:

Dr. Aaron graduated from Oregon State University in 1995, then completed a small animal internship with an emphasis in general practice and emergency medicine in Akron, Ohio.  After completing his internship, Aaron moved to Hawaii.

The allure of year-round sunshine was certainly a draw, but it was true love that brought Aaron to the Big Island.  He met Dr. Beth in vet school and married her in high Hawaiian style at a huge Hamakua luau.  Together, they took the reigns from previous Alii Vet owners, Dr. Tucker and his wife, Marilyn in 1998.

Dr. Aaron's special areas of interest are dentistry, orthopedic surgery, emergency medicine, and early behavior training. When out of the office, he loves playing basketball and working with friends at church.



Dr. Elizabeth Jose:

Dr. Beth was born and raised on the Big Island.  She went to St. Joseph School and the University of Hawaii in Hilo, then went on to Oregon State University's College of Veterinary Medicine.   In 1997, Dr. Beth completed a small animal internship in Columbus, Ohio, with advanced training in surgery, internal medicine, radiology, ophthalmology and dermatology. She honed her ultrasound skills both during and after school, and provides great diagnostic information for cases on a regular basis.

Dr. Aaron is Beth's partner in life.  They have seven furry children ...and counting! When not in the office, Dr. Beth is thinking about  work.  She plans and develops continuing education classes for doctors and staff, and is a stickler for detail.  Her role in quality control for our hospital helps ensure that our patients receive outstanding and compassionate care.




Dr. Maria Jose

Dr. Maria is Dr. Beth's sister.  She grew up in Paauilo, attended St. Joseph School and the University of Hawaii at Hilo, then went to Oregon State University's College of Veterinary Medicine.  After Beth whined to their parents about how HARD the first year of vet school was, Maria promptly came home with a 4.0 GPA!  She is smart and has a true love for the pets she works with. Dr. Maria also provides care for injured birds of prey - owls and the Hawaiian hawk are, unfortunately, often in need of help.

Dr. Maria is married to a wonderful man named Brett., and they have a son named Ka'io. They share a passion for surfing, preserving our environment and caring for pets with special needs. Their furry family consists of rescue dogs:  Footsie, the paraplegic; Annie, the dog with one kidney; Alex the dog saved from starvation, Clyde - the dog with bad hips...and the list goes on.


Dr. Amber Ball

Dr. Amber is our newest addition.  She comes to us from cold country - New York - and is happy to live in a place that does not require layering of clothes!  Dr. Ball graduated from Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006.  Her areas of interest and experience include internal medicine, ultrasound diagnostics and reproduction.

Dr. Ball has two pets, who are ADORABLE.